Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [5] Core Viewpoints - Recent trial feedback for Glo Hilo in Sendai, Japan has been positive, indicating that improvements in HNB product experience and faster conversion of smokers will drive industry growth, benefiting the company through its partnership with British American Tobacco [2] - The price increase of Glo Hilo's cartridges reflects confidence in product strength, with the new cartridge priced at 580 JPY (approximately 4 USD), a more than 30% increase from the previous model [3] - British American Tobacco is expected to invest significantly in Hilo, aiming for new tobacco revenue to reach 50% by 2035, up from the current 13%, highlighting the importance of HNB products for the company's future [4] Summary by Sections Recent Catalysts and Core Viewpoints - Glo Hilo's trial in Japan has shown promising results, suggesting a potential acceleration in industry growth due to enhanced product experiences [2] - The price increase of Hilo cartridges indicates strong product confidence and potential for higher returns for the company [3] - British American Tobacco's commitment to HNB products is expected to increase, with significant resources allocated to Hilo [4] Market Dynamics - The HNB market is evolving, with improved product experiences leading to higher conversion rates among traditional smokers [8] - The competitive landscape is shifting, with major players like Philip Morris, Japan Tobacco, and British American Tobacco sharing market shares more evenly [9] Regulatory Environment and Business Potential - The company is poised to benefit from stricter regulations on vaping products in Europe and North America, which may lead to increased demand for compliant products [10] - The medical business segment is expected to gain importance, with significant investments in research and development for HNB and medical aerosol products [11] Financial Projections and Valuation - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are estimated at 128.9 billion, 153.1 billion, and 183.5 billion, with year-on-year growth rates of 9%, 19%, and 20% respectively [12] - The company is expected to achieve net profits of 13.2 billion, 20.0 billion, and 27.3 billion for the same period, with corresponding growth rates of 2%, 51%, and 36% [12]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the industry [5] Core Insights - The report highlights a divergence in performance among e-commerce platforms for personal care products in May, with sanitary napkins on Tmall declining by 18% year-on-year, while Douyin saw a growth of 32% [6] - The report emphasizes the potential recovery in the home furnishing sector due to government policies aimed at boosting consumption, particularly in first-tier cities [6] - The report notes the introduction of new products by companies like Blokus and the launch of the glo Hilo heated tobacco device by British American Tobacco in Japan, indicating innovation and market expansion [6][10] Summary by Sections Home Furnishing - The Ministry of Commerce reported that the "old-for-new" consumption policy has significantly boosted sales, with a total of 1.1 trillion yuan in sales and 175 million subsidies issued by May 31, 2025 [6] - The report suggests that the home furnishing industry is expected to gradually recover as most companies are currently valued at historical lows, recommending leading companies such as Oppein Home, Sophia, and Zhihong Home [6] Paper and Packaging - As of June 13, 2025, the prices for various paper products showed mixed trends, with double glue paper at 5162.5 yuan/ton (unchanged) and corrugated paper at 2543.13 yuan/ton (down 38.12 yuan/ton) [6] - The report recommends companies like Sun Paper and Huawang Technology, which are expected to benefit from improved industry dynamics [6] Light Industry Consumption - The report indicates that personal care e-commerce sales are diverging, with sanitary napkins on Tmall down 18% year-on-year, while Douyin saw a 32% increase [6] - The report highlights the strong performance of domestic brands during the 618 shopping festival, suggesting a favorable outlook for local brands [6] Export Chain - In May, the export value of key light industrial products decreased by 5.4% year-on-year, with ongoing negotiations between China and the US potentially leading to reduced tariffs [6] - The report notes an increase in shipping costs, with the CCFI and SCFI indices rising by 11.2% and 8.1% respectively [6] New Tobacco Products - The glo Hilo device was launched in Japan at a price of approximately $23.44, with a significant improvement in product features compared to previous models [6][10] - The report suggests that the introduction of new heated tobacco products may drive user transition to these innovations [10] Textile and Apparel - The textile and apparel sector showed resilience, with the industry index outperforming the market, indicating a positive trend for brands like HLA and Anta [26][29]